Overview
Senior Process Engineer Jobs in Kent, USA at Schneller, Inc.
We’re seeking a Senior Process Engineer to drive process optimization, solve complex manufacturing challenges, and support new product development in a dynamic industrial environment. This role plays a key part in improving safety, quality, efficiency, and equipment utilization while ensuring processes are robust, scalable, and ready for manufacturing.
This position is ideal for an engineer who enjoys hands-on problem solving, working across teams, and leading meaningful process improvements from concept through implementation.
What You’ll Do
* Lead or support root cause analysis and permanent corrective actions in partnership with Quality
* Identify and drive cycle time reduction and process improvement initiatives
* Optimize manufacturing processes, equipment utilization, and EHS performance
* Support new product development, including process scale-up, refinement, and release to Manufacturing
* Develop and maintain process maps, FMEAs, and control plans
* Collect and analyze data to support technical decisions and project objectives
* Lead feasibility studies and evaluate new process, color, and print technologies
* Support equipment design, modification, installation, and validation
* Partner with Engineering, Technology, Sales, and Quality to ensure safe, cost-effective manufacturability
* Prepare clear project summaries, test results, and status updates
What We’re Looking For
* B.S. in Engineering (Chemical, Materials, Polymer, Industrial, or Mechanical)
* 2-5+ years of experience in an industrial manufacturing environment
* Experience leading or contributing to cross-functional process or product development projects
* Strong problem-solving skills using tools such as 8D, SPC, and root cause analysis
* Working knowledge of ISO 9000 or similar quality systems
* Familiarity with lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and cost reduction
* Strong communication, organization, and project management skills
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools
Web handling, converting processes, plastics, or industrial controls experience is a plus.
Candidates must be eligible for required U.S. export authorizations (ITAR/EAR).
Title: Senior Process Engineer
Company: Schneller, Inc.
Location: Kent, USA
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